Gardeners Voice

SHOW OFF YOUR COTTAGE MONDAY

CIELO — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:50:00 +0000

I tend to get bore with things real easy; I have to live my life in the creating ‘mode’ or else, I lose interest in things. I think that’s why I'm constantly changing things around my house and finding pretty ways to organize. I love creating new and romantic vignettes that add charm and a touch of romanticism to the atmosphere of my rooms. I don't believe in having to buy new, or pricey things to make a room feel inviting and luxuriant. Sometimes all you need is a little bit of creativity; change things around, or maybe group the things you love and already have. These small decorating touches can impart a different feel to any room. And I always love the results.

I love this round table in our master room. Right now is dressed with three layers of tablecloths all in white—sheers and solids. It’s big and it looks terrific with anything I put there. This is how it looked for a while a summer or two ago.

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Yippeeee!

Matron — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 17:48:00 +0000

There's life in the old dog yet! Leo enjoying a game of snowballs in the garden this morning. What a set of gnashers!

A garden in the snow

The Gardener — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 17:05:41 +0000

Today in my fen garden we have had 4 inches of snow, as predicted by the weather forecast. There is not a lot to do in the garden other than clearing the path and feeding the birds. I also tried cleaning my greenhouse with the snow, as I read on the internet that it was an easy way to clean the glass panels. However I think that I will still need to use Jeyes cleaning fluid in the Spring to desinfect the glass panels.

Snowy garden

The deep layer of snow makes everything look even and peaceful. I hope that the crocus which were starting to sprout don’t get too damaged by the heavy snow. Similarly the echium which I have left in a pot covered in fleece may not make it through this winter.

Today Spring seems far away as the cold weather front is expected to persist in East Anglia in the week to come.

A garden in the snow

The Gardener — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 17:05:41 +0000

Snowy garden

Today Spring seems far away as the cold weather front is expected to persist in East Anglia in the week to come.

White out!

freerangegirl — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:19:00 +0000

Last night I wrote on the windscreen, this morning I couldn't find the windscreen! The snow has definitely hit East Yorkshire and this morning the scene that greeted us was gorgeous...

The Minifreerangers had to be forced to eat their breakfast as they were itching to get outside. Once amongst it there was no stopping them...

We've snowballed, sledged, rolled around and just got plain cold...now its hot chocolate time...mmm!

The other plus side to the snow...

This is the tidiest my veg patch has looked in months!

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Snow Business

snappy — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:04:00 +0000

Snow was falling thick and fast last night when I went to work.I love the look of freshly fallen snow.When we got back this morning I took some photos of the view from the conservatory.It looks so Christmassy, snow covered plants.It will not last long though as no more snow is forecast.The Ceanothus and Hebe look very jolly with white snow balancing on the branches.I loved looking at all the foot prints that the cats and birds had made.Impressions of who's been through the garden.This Hungry Robin came down to eat some food off the bird table,and some suet mix on the ground.The Red breast contrasts beautifully with the snow.I spied our local Squirrel about sixty feet up a tree looking hungrily down into the garden.He was relaxed enough to preen himself from his lofty vantage point.He came down and was trying to dig through snow to get to the bird food on the ground.His little nose was cold after trying to dog for food.He ran off with a large chunk of fat ball that he managed to get through the black cage on the left.
Only one more night left for me on this set.

Snow Business

snappy — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:04:00 +0000

White stuff…

freerangegirl — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:50:00 +0000

Finally...

It's very light but it's here! The Minifreerangers are looking longingly at their sledges and right now there is no way near enough... But it's a start right? And a good excuse to throw another log on the fire - thats if we can get anwhere near it...

These two have staked their claim...

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Wintry Day

snappy — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:49:00 +0000

Its freezing again this morning.The pond has frozen solid across the top.It is an inch thick the ice,but is still watery below that level.
The Birds food has been topped up.I love coming back after a night shift to see the birds flying into the garden to feed.
I can hear them singing now as I'm typing this.I got a text saying that the White Silver Birch Tree will be delivered on Monday.I cannot wait to see what its like.
The freezing temperature is expected to bring snow today.I will keep the birds food topped up.
The photo shows a Blue Tit in flight from the fat balls.They are such brilliant little blue acrobats and so agile in flight.I love seeing them in the garden.

Dressing up and a THANK you note

CIELO — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:07:00 +0000

I love to dress just the way I love to decorate my house; in oodles of layered goodness and clothing that evokes a feminine feeling. The antithesis of modern fashion, right? Perhaps, but for me this is perfectly fine. Being a girl is a good thing! And not worrying about what others may think or say about me at this stage of my life is even better! There is so much freedom in this!

I love this top. I love the fantastic neutral tones and softness to it, and to top it all, I love the pretty piece of lace on the top part and two layers of sheer gauzy fabric at the bottom.

It pairs perfectly with my layered white skirt.

Shoes complete any look—and finding the right ones for my shabby chic style is no different. I don’t wear high heels as much as I used to any more. I rather be comfortable than ridiculous if you know what I mean. Have you notice how some ‘mature’ women like using extra high, high heels; and yet they’re visibly dragging themselves in pure pain? I see it all the time where I work. Who are they kidding? Of course, didn’t I just said not to worry about what others may think or say about us at this stage of our lives? ;)

I love the chunky looking Scandinavian style shoes, but they’re hard to find here. These are not European shoes, but I like them the same. They look super cute with some tights and a skirt. I find them relatively simple yet feminine. Equestrian boots, booties, oxfords, Mary Janes, and ballerina flats are all perfect for the shabby chic look.

Anyway… so how are you been doing? I've been contemplating making some type of dessert... but what?

Any suggestion? Recipes?

Thank you for being such a beautiful light in my life, for your comments and prayers on my behalf on my previous post; thank you for opening up and sharing your own problems with me and reminding me that I’m not alone… what a special souls you are!